Seashell Ceremony

The Seashell Blessing is an exciting ceremony performed by the beach. Before your wedding ceremony has started, your guests are offered shells with a word. They are encouraged to convey the meaning of the word chosen to the newlywed couple. The bride and groom, and entire wedding party then toss the blessed shells into the ocean. Not only is it a special photographic moment but it is a wonderful way for everyone in attendance to be involved in this special day!

13 Gold Coins Cereomony - Spanish (Las Arras)

The madrina de arras (godmother of arras) holds the 13 gold coins the bridegroom presents to the bride. The coins, or arrhea, was a Roman custom of breaking gold or silver, one half to be kept by the woman and the other half by the man, as a pledge of marriage.

The custom of the giving of wedding coins originated in Spain. Thirteen gold coins (arras) are given to the bride by the bridegroom, signifying his willingness to support her. Often presented in ornate boxes or gift trays, this represents the brides dowry and holds good wishes for prosperity. These coins become a part of their family heirloom.

The number 13 represents Christ and his 12 apostles. Another popular belief is that the thirteen coins represent the 12 lunar cycles of a year, and the thirteenth coin symbolizes the couple's honeymoon.

Lasso Ceremony - Spanish

Lasso ("lazo") or rope is placed around the bride and groom's shoulders (groom's shoulder's first) in the form of an "8" (the infinity symbol) - after they have exchanged their vows - to symbolize their everlasting union. This is usually done by the officiant, however, family members can also take part in this ritual. The couple wears the lasso throughout the remainder of the service.

Wedding Arch

The arch is available to rent and is decorated flowers. The arch is covered in cream colored flowers and greenery.

The arch can also be customized with colored flowers or cloth. Cloth is not recommended for beach weddings. The arch is available for indoor or outdoor use.